33 Male Stars Whose Actual Height Will Completely Shock You

Pesci’s violent characters in Goodfellas and Casino feel intimidating, making audiences think of him as larger than life.

In reality, Pesci is 5’3” (160 cm).

Pacino’s performances in Scarface and The Godfather are so commanding that fans often picture him as a much taller figure.

Off-screen, Pacino is only 5’5” (165 cm), with some sources giving him a 5’6” peak.

As Harry Potter, Radcliffe grew up on screen, with many fans assuming he’d end up taller than he did.

But Radcliffe is just 5’4½” (164 cm), something he’s joked about in interviews.

McAvoy has led everything from Atonement to X-Men. His gravitas on screen often leaves viewers thinking he’s close to 6 feet.

But at 5’7” (170 cm), McAvoy is just under average.

Perhaps one of Malek’s most famous roles is that of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody.

Standing at 5'7" (170 cm), the actor is just a few centimeters shorter than the songwriter, who was reported to have been 5’9” (175 cm).

Cruise might be the most famous example of a Hollywood “short king.” Co-stars, lifts, and camera tricks have kept audiences guessing for decades.

In reality, he’s about 5’7 ¾” (172 cm), though some insist he’s closer to 5’6”. Either way, his on-screen intensity has demonstrated that action heroes come in all sizes.

Hart has turned jokes about his size into part of his brand. It doesn’t help that he regularly costars with actors such as Dwayne Johnson, making the contrast even more dramatic.

He’s currently 5’5” (165 cm), a fact he’s used to his advantage.

Jeong’s breakout role in The Hangover made him a global star.

Off-screen, Jeong is 5’4” (163 cm), something he acknowledged during a standup show. He’s regularly billed at 5’5”.

Hoffman’s turns in Rain Man and The Graduate solidified him as one of Hollywood’s greatest. On screen, he never looks small.

Today, Hoffman stands at 5’4¾” (164 cm).

Dave Franco often gets compared to his brother James.

Their height differences were made apparent when they costarred in The Disaster Artist, a movie that recreated the events that led to the creation of cult classic The Room.

In the movie, Dave played the part of Greg Sestero, who in real life stands at 6’1” (185 cm). Dave, on the other hand, stands at 5’5 ¾” (167 cm).

From Taxi to Batman Returns, the actor has consistently delivered performances that make people forget about his height.

But away from camera tricks or costumes, DeVito is only 4’10” (147 cm), an aspect of himself that he has turned into a strength.

Freeman’s most famous role as Bilbo in The Hobbit played perfectly into his actual size. Later, as Watson in Sherlock, he used his stature as an advantage.

Freeman stands at 5’6½” (169 cm).

Despite official sources listing him at 5’4” (163 cm), Green is only 5'2½" (159 cm). He acknowledged this during a 1993 interview.

When asked what he would change about himself, he said, “three inches taller. I'm 5 foot 3, and I can't reach tall cabinets.”

Black’s explosive energy and booming voice make him feel like a giant. In person, he stands at 5’6” (168 cm).

“In all honesty Jack Black has made me feel more comfortable with my height,” a fan wrote.

Galecki’s turn as Leonard on The Big Bang Theory put him next to taller co-stars, making his height more obvious.

He’s 5’5” (165 cm).

Wood’s role as Frodo turned his stature into part of the legend. Unlike many of his fellow actors on this list, his height was digitally reduced to further sell his part as a hobbit.

Off-screen, Wood is 5’5” (165 cm).

As the front man of U2, Bono has spent decades commanding stadiums. His iconic sunglasses and swagger often make his fans believe he’s taller than he truly is.

Yet Bono is 5’5½” (166 cm). According to the website, “he seems to wear large footwear and can appear taller as a result.”

Mars is known for his dazzling performances and slick suits, often paired with thick-soled shoes that make him look taller.

He stands at 5’4” (163 cm).

Fox rose to superstardom with Back to the Future. His youthful looks kept him believable as a teen for years.

Off-screen, he’s 5’4” (163 cm).

As part of the Brat Pack, Estevez often stood shoulder-to-shoulder with taller co-stars. His reputation as a leading man made fans picture him bigger.

Yet, he’s 5’4½” (164 cm).